Alexander Mackintosh (golfer)

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Alexander Mackintosh
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Alexander Mackintosh was an American golfer. He competed in the men's individual event at the 1904 Summer Olympics. [1]

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References

  1. "Alexander Mackintosh". Olympedia. Retrieved July 5, 2020.